FOR YOUR INFORMATION
WELCOME TO UHCL
Today you will enjoy activities designed for you to explore educational opportunities at UHCL! Discover UHCL is a college preview event for prospective freshman and transfer students. You’ll spend the day exploring campus and learning how to begin your journey at UHCL.
• Discover what it means to be a UHCL Hawk
• Explore degree programs and financial aid options
• Meet professors from our academic colleges
• Tour our tree-lined campus and state-of-the-art facilities
CAMPUS BOOKSTORE
The UHCL Campus Bookstore will be open from 9 a.m. to noon so you can shop for some UHCL swag. It is located in the Bayou Building on the first floor of Atrium II.
FUN ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE
Check out some of UHCL's resources, engage in great conversation with faculty, and enjoy fun activities.
APPLY TODAY AND SAVE!
All students can apply today at Discover UHCL and get the $45 application fee waived.
On-the-Spot Admissions
Available for transfer students only. Students wishing to participate in On-the-Spot Admissions must bring official transcripts (sealed and printed within the last 60 days) from all previous colleges/universities with them to the drop-off station at today’s event. These documents will not be returned. Documents submitted to UHCL prior to the event cannot be accessed for On-the-Spot Admissions.
Freshman Application Deadlines
Transfer Application Deadlines
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Spring Priority November 1 Final December 1 Summer Priority March 1 Final (Summer session I and II) May 1 Fall Priority July 15 Final August 1 Spring Priority December 1 Final January 9 Summer Priority May 1 Final (Summer session I) Final (Summer session II) May 24 June 30 Fall Priority August 1 Final August 14
YOUR DAY AT A GLANCE
PLAN YOUR DAY
Here's a glimpse of your visit today. If you have any questions, find a staff member at the information tables or, for help in Spanish, find someone wearing a button the says “Hablo Español.”
CHECK-IN
STUDENT ORG AND ACADEMIC BROWSE
APPLY FOR ADMISSIONS
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
Make sure to get checked into the event so we can apply your application fee wavier.
Learn about student success resources and meet professors from the four colleges
Must apply today in order to get the $45 fee waived.
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CAMPUS TOURS
Learn about scholarship and financial aid opportunities Page 4
FUN AND GAMES
Tour the campus and on-campus living and academic spaces. Pages 4-5
Enjoy fun, games, treats and attractions! Pages 4-5
#UHCLBOUND
Be sure to use #UHCLBound on social media throughout the day for a chance to be featured on social media. Follow @uhcladmissions on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!
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CHOOSE YOUR JOURNEY DISCOVER. EXPLORE. MEET. TOUR.
Apply for Admissions
Ready to apply? Apply at Discover UHCL and get your $45 application fee waived.
On-the-Spot Admissions Drop Off
Transfer Students Only: Bring official transcripts from every college or university attended to receive an on-the-spot admissions decision. Official means in a sealed envelope from the issuing school.
Financial Aid Headquarters
Meet with financial aid experts to help you complete the FAFSA and answer other questions.
Admissions Decision Pick Up
Pick up your on-the-spot admission decision.
Fun in the Sun
Enjoy free ice cream, fun jumps, popcorn, and much more!!
9:30 - 10 a.m. □ All About the College of Business
Learn about the academic programs in the College of Business!
10 - 10:45 a.m. □ All About the College of Science & Engineering
Are you interested in science, engineering, or technology? Well, this session is for you!
10:45 - 11:30 a.m. □ STEM Building Lab Tour
Interested students will be guided from SSCB to the STEM Building Lobby. You will get the options to tour the Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Physics labs.
SSCB Lobby, 1st Floor
SSCB, 2nd Floor Computer Labs
Welcome Center
SSCB, 2nd Floor Computer Labs
UHCL Quad
Welcome Center
SSCB 1st Floor, Welcome Center Presentation Room
SSCB 1st Floor, Welcome Center Presentation Room
SSCB to STEM Building
Discover UHCL 4 Time Session Location 7:45 - 8:30 a.m. □ Attendee Arrival Begins D-Parking Lot/Student Services & Classrooms Building 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. □ Event Check-In Student Serivces & Classroom Building (SSCB) Lobby 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. □ Morning Energy Starbucks®, snacks, and more
for purchase Bayou Building, Patio Cafe 8:45 - 9 a.m. □ Discover UHCL Kick Off/Welcome SSCB Lecture Hall 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. □ Academic College Browse + Transfer Advising Hub Speak with professors and advisors about degree programs. SSCB, 2nd Floor Classrooms 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. □ □ □ □ □
Student Involvement/Resource Fair
available
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Check out services and resources available for students.
BREAK OUT SESSION 1 - CHOOSE A SESSION:
Admitted? Next Steps! Orientation and Beyond.
Learn about next steps after being admitted! Be sure to check out this session hosted by Orientation and New Student Programs.
Advice of Transfer Students
Hear from transfer advisers as they provide helpful tips to ensure a smooth transition to UHCL.
Education Abroad 101
Education Abroad 101 will show you how you can learn outside the classroom and potentially out of the country!
General Campus Tour 1
Tour our campus and our academic spaces.
10:20 - 11:20 a.m. □ College of Education Activity
Play a fun game with the College of Education for a chance to win cool UHCL swag!
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. □
10:50 - 11:20 a.m.
Lunch at Hunter Hall
Have lunch at Hunter Hall & learn about living on campus
□ All About the College of Human Sciences & Humanities
Learn more about academic programs in the College of Human Science & Humanities!
11:00-11:40 a.m. □ College of Business Activity
Who doesn’t love Jeopardy? Be sure to stop by to check out this active learning session with the College of Business. You can win FREE swag items!
11:20 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. □ Art Studio Tour
Interested students will be guided from SSCB to the Arbor Building. You will get the options to tour the art studios.
11:25 - 11:55 a.m. □ All About the College of Education
Learn more about academic programs in the College of Education!
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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BREAK OUT SESSION 2 – CHOOSE A SESSION
Exploring Majors and Discovering Your Path
Are you unsure about your major? Join the Exploring Majors Office as they share how they guide undecided freshman and transfer students.
Tips to Become a Successful College Student
Learn what it takes to be a successful student!
All About Career Services & Internships
During this session you will hear from Career Services and Strategic Partnerships about Career and Internship Opportunities at UHCL.
Campus Tour 2
Tour our campus and our academic spaces
12:10 - 12:30 p.m. □ Scholarship Drawing & Event Closing
Win some cash for college! Three lucky students will win!
(Must have completed an admission application and must be present to win.)
Student Advocacy and Community Office
SSCB 1.203
Hunter Hall
SSCB 1st Floor, Welcome Center Presentation Room
SoCAL Lounge, 2nd Floor SSCB
SSCB to Arbor Building
SSCB 1st Floor, Welcome Center Presentation Room
SSCB - 2308
SSCB- 2306
SSCB 1100, Lecture Hall
SSCB Lobby
SSCB 1100, Lecture Hall
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SSCB Lecture Hall SSCB- 2308 SSCB- 2306 SSCB Lobby
LIVING ON CAMPUS
HUNTER HALL
Hunter Residence Hall, UHCL’s first residence hall, was designed to offer its residents more than just a place to live. There are many benefits to living on campus that can enhance your overall college experience, from convenience to safety to learning opportunities. In your room, you can be who you are and create a style that reflects you. Hunter Residence Hall room options:
• Suite-style (two rooms connected by a bathroom)
• Single room with private bathroom
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Hunter Residence Hall, Suite-style Room HUNTER
HALL OPEN HOUSE COME CHECK OUT YOUR NEW HOME AT THE VIP TOURS • FREE FOOD • GIVEAWAYS • MEET RESIDENTS & STAFF TODAY ONLY 10-30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
RESIDENCE
ENTER AND WIN!
Application room is located on the second floor of SSCB and will operate throughout the event.
Apply today and be entered into a drawing for a scholarship of up to $1,000!
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN CASH FOR COLLEGE!
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Undergraduate Majors and Minors
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Majors:
• Accounting, BS
• Environmental Management, BS
• Finance BS
• General Business, BS
• Healthcare Administration, BS
• Healthcare Services, BAS
• Legal Studies, BS
• Management, BS
• Entrepreneurship & Small Business
• Leadership
• Human Resource Management
• Environmental Management
• Management Information Systems, BS
• Marketing, BS
• Professional Accounting, BS
• Management Information Systems
Minors:
• Economics
• Marketing
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Majors:
• Addictions Counseling, BS
• Early Childhood Care and Education, BS
• Educator of Young Children, BAS
• Education, BSE
¶ Bilingual Education
¶ Early Childhood
¶ Elementary and Middle School Education
¶ ESL Supplemental
¶ Reading
¶ Special Education EC-12
Minors:
• Addictions Counseling
• Early Childhood Education
• Instructional Practices
• Instructional Technology
• Special Education
• Teacher Education
COLLEGE OF HUMAN SCIENCES & HUMANITIES
Majors:
• Anthropology, BS
• Art and Design, BFA
¶ Graphic Design
¶ Studio Art
• Behavioral Sciences, BS
• Communication, BA
• Criminal Justice and Criminology, BS
• Fitness and Human Performance, BS
¶ Exercise Science
¶ Public Health
¶ Pre-Physical Therapy
¶ Pre-Physician’s Assistant
¶ Pre-Occupational Therapy
¶ Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
• Geography, BS
• History, BA
• Humanities, BA
• Literature, BA
• Psychology, BS
• Public Service Leadership, BS
• RN-BSN Nursing, BSN
• Serious Games and Simulations, BA
¶ Game Programming
¶ Game Design
• Social Work, BSW
• Sociology, BS
Minors:
• African Studies
• Anthropology
• Art History
• Behavior Analysis
• Communication
• Exercise Science
• Film and Media Studies
• Geographic Information Systems
• Geography
• Graphic Design
• History
• Humanities
• Latinx and Latin American Studies
• Law and Society
• Literature
• Middle Eastern Studies
• Museum Studies
• Philosophy
• Professional Writing
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Public Service Leadership
• Social Work
• Sociology
• Studio Arts
• Video Production
• Women’s and Gender Studies
• Youth and Police Studies
Certificates:
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Public Service Leadership
• Women’s and Gender Studies
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Majors:
• Biological Science, BA & BS
¶ Cell/Molecular/Biotechnology
¶ Ecology/Microbiology/Aquatic and Marine
¶ Physiology/Pre-Health
¶ Plant Science
• Chemistry, BA & BS
• Computer Engineering, BS
• Computer Information Systems, BS
• Computer Science, BS
• Environmental Science, BS
¶ Biology
¶ Chemistry
¶ Environmental Technology
¶ Geology
¶ Physical Geology
• Information Technology, BAS & BS
• Mathematical Science, BA & BS
• Mechanical Engineering, BS
• Occupational Safety and Health, BS
¶ Industrial Hygiene
¶ Safety
• Physics, BS
¶ Engineering Physics
¶ Computational Physics
• Pre-Engineering
¶ Chemical Engineering
¶ Civil Engineering
¶ Electrical Engineering
¶ Industrial Engineering
Minors:
• Actuarial Science
• Astronomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Cybersecurity
• Environmental Science
• Geology
• GIS/Geospatial Technologies
• Mathematics
• Network Security
• Physics
• Software Engineering
• Statistics
Certificate:
• Biotechnology
All junior and senior courses offered conveniently online.
Dual BS/MS Program Available
Optional Teacher Certification Available
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15:1
8,200+ enrolled students student- faculty ratio
Fall 2023
79,000 alumni strong more than
SERVING HISPANIC STUDENTS
Approximately 44 percent of our student population identifies as Hispanic, making UHCL a Hispanic Serving Institution qualifying for additional federal support for Hispanic students.
2,103 Graduates
8,210
Fall 2023
6,107 Undergraduates
66%
66% of UHCL students receive financial assistance.
Fall 2023
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Notes
T-shirts and swag bags can be picked up at the check-in table.
UHCL Office of Admissions www.uhcl.edu/admissions | 281-283-2500 Discover UHCL Checklist
Activity Point value □ Applied for Admission 300 □ Attended the Academic College Browse 200 □ Visited the Transfer Advising Hub 200 □ Attended Student Involvement/Resource Browse 150 □ Attended the Hunter Hall Open House 200 □ Attended A Breakout Session 150 □ Attended a College Specific “All About" Session 150 □ Went on a General Campus Tour 100 □ Went on the STEM Lab Tour 125 □ Went on the Art Studio Tour 125 □ Visited a Student Organization Table 50 □ Visited the Library Table 50 □ Visited the Career Services Table 50 □ Rock Climbed 25 □ Got a Custom License Plate 25 □ Got your picture taken at the photo booth 25 Total 1000 POINTS OR MORE = FREE T-SHIRT & SWAG BAG!
SEE PAGE 4 FOR TIMES AND LOCATIONS